Senior Controller

BH Properties; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A real estate investment firm in Los Angeles is looking for a Senior Controller to oversee the accounting staff and manage financial reporting. The role requires a CPA license, with at least 10 years of accounting experience, including 5 years in real estate. Responsibilities include financial close oversight, supervision of audits, and managing accounting procedures. Competitive compensation ranges from $170K to $220K, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have a CPA license and at least 10 years of accounting experience.
• 5 years in supervisory positions, especially in real estate settings.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting staff, including AP, AR, and GL Managers.
• Manage the monthly close process and financial statements.
• Review and approve annual CAM reconciliations.
• Coordinate training for accounting staff.
• Respond to internal and external audits.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Yardi

Education

CPA license

10 years of accounting experience

5 years of real-estate accounting experience

Public accounting experience

Job description

COMPANY

BH Properties is a privately held commercial real estate investment firm focused on value‑add acquisitions in office, industrial, retail, and multi‑family properties throughout the Western United States, along with investments in distressed debt and ground leases. The company is vertically integrated, with offices in Los Angeles, Riverside, San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, Phoenix, Austin, Dallas, and Houston, enabling rapid acquisition and closure of transactions without lengthy due‑diligence periods. Our 30‑year track‑record and balance sheet allow us to move quickly and creatively, structuring acquisitions to satisfy seller needs in a highly competitive market. Today, the company owns and operates approximately 10 million square feet across 18 states.

POSITION

Senior Controller, reporting to the Senior Managing Director.

LOCATION

Los Angeles, CA

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversight of the accounting staff, including direct supervision of the AP Manager, AR Manager and GL Manager.
• Oversight of the monthly close process and overall responsibility for financial statement preparation.
• Oversight of the annual CAM reconciliation process and approval of final CAM reconciliations.
• Coordinate the training of accounting staff.
• Coordinate responses to both internal and external audits.
• Maintain and revise accounting policies and procedures.
• Perform administrative functions related to Yardi.
• Assist with the coordination of responses for information from third‑party tax preparer, insurance broker and property‑tax consultant.
• Initiate approved wire transfers for acquisitions and other purposes.
• Visit with consultants in the Philippines twice a year.

QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA license.
• Public‑accounting experience a plus.
• At least 10 years of accounting experience required.
• At least 5 years of broad‑based accounting for real‑estate experience.
• At least 5 years of active supervisory experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and multi‑task.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must possess a strong work ethic.
• Must be a team player.
• Yardi experience preferred.

COMPENSATION

$170 K – $220 K base salary plus a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Opportunity for professional growth and development within a well‑capitalized, entrepreneurial, and growing real‑estate investment group.